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Vol. LIV, No. 6
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2016
Copper Chef gets caliente
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CSUSB’s 50th HOMECOMING PARADE Coyotes celebrate homecoming with a parade full of smiles
Floats were full of school spirit during the celebration of the 50th year at the homecoming parade around campus.
Hundreds of community members and students gathered on the CSUSB lawn to watch over 20 floats parade down to the Coussoulis Arena in celebration of 50 years of higher education. Preparation for the Homecoming celebration started back in November, when the entire campus and community were invited by the Alumni Association to come and enjoy the festivities on Feb. 20. “Asking the campus and organizations to participate was fairly easy, asking the community was a little harder, we had to rely on word of mouth,” said Alex Spencer from the alumni department. CSUSB campus played a huge part in the celebration, our mascot Cody the Coyote, and many other departments such as the Nursing, Student Housing, and the Student Recreation and Wellness Center participated. Each float was uniquely decorated in a unique way and different from the next.
The Department of Nursing float looked like an ambulance, decorated in white and red with a banner that read “Nurses Rock!” “The ambulance idea came about because it’s our job to save a life so we looked at it as nurses to the rescue,” said student Kathy Tiras. Student Housing created a banner that stated, “up down, all around housing is the best in town,” encouraging the crowd to support on-campus living. Following the banner, was a float with two coyote ears covered in blue sticky notes and blue and white balloons promoting housing complexes available on campus. “Our theme was based off of the school’s theme of the year. As a whole, we worked from that idea and continued with our crazy CSUSB spirit,” stated Zoe Holeman of the AV council.. We reflected our ideas off of each other and combined them all to create one giant coyote mascot to represent our school spirit,” continued Holeman
Networking will help students, pg. 5
Spotlight: McKenzie Gutierrez, pg. 10
Wells wins in Lancaster, pg. 16
By DAWNIELLE FLOYD Staff Writer
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Palm Desert speech tournament, pg. 7
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Students sizzling in battle inger and soy sauce marinated steak, zucchini and jalapeño wrapped shrimp and a pico de gallo and grilled onion steak were just a few dishes featured as CSUSB Dining Services hosted its third annual Copper Chef Competition on Feb. 23 at the Upper Commons to showcase the cooking talents of students that participated.
hour to prepare a main dish accompanied by a salad to be judged for taste, creativity and presentation. The judges were comprised of various faculty and staff which included Vice President of University Advancement Ron Fremont, Associate Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs Alysson Satterland, Event Specialist Mike Arteaga, Associate Director of Community Engagement Bryant Fairley, and Director of Alumni Relations Dorren Hatcher. The sixth judge was student Kayle Gutierrez, Presi-
creativity and taste of the main dishes, with limited time the students created little masterpieces of deliciousness.” Rosas and Owuama (team two) came in first place, followed by Kahil and Jreisat (team one) in second place and Pasos and Vivas (team three) in third. The winners received larger trophies and small prizes from Starbucks along with a cookbook of all the Presidents, President’s Wives and Chef Tito’s recipes. This year’s Copper Chef Competition was held at a different time slot than the two previous iterations of the
The event was free to enter and free to watch, with its format mimicking the style of the reality television program “Iron Chef.” The competition was originally composed of four teams of two students, each but one team did not show up and gave the remaining three teams a better chance to win. The first team featured students Nadia Kahil and Tamara Jreisat, along with team two which featured Riana Rosas and Ike Owuama, followed by team three Alexys Pasos and Stephanie Vivas. The students wore their chef jackets as they had one
dent of Delta Sigma Chi. Similar to the show “Iron Chef,” the Copper Chef Competition featured a mystery ingredient that was kept secret until the day of the event. This year’s secret ingredient was a New York strip steak, which was unveiled by CSUSB’s Chef “Tito” Calderon. Along with the strip steak, each team was given two pieces of colossal shrimp which could be used in either the salad or main course. “As those who know me would say I have good appreciation for a well cooked meal, and I’m somewhat of a foodie,” Fairley said. “I was pleasantly surprised by the
event. “This was our first time having the Copper Chef during the day versus an evening event,” stated Emily Orquiza in an email, Unit Marketing Coordinator for CSUSB Dining Services. “It was a great turn out, the event was prepared with the intention to show our celebration for CSUSB’s 50th anniversary and the Homecoming Week.” Even though the turnout was favorable for Orquiza, there were some strategies to implement to ensure an even bigger crowd for next year. “For next year, we’ll probably give out some free samples of food,” said Orquizas.
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By JENNIFER MARTINEZ Staff Writer
Presidential candidate Jeb Bush suspended his campaign for the Republican nomination on Feb. 20. In South Carolina on Saturday, he suspended his presidential campaign, stating the reality that the U.S. wasn’t interested in a third President Bush. “The people of Iowa and New Hampshire and South Carolina have spoken and I really respect their decision, so tonight I am suspending my campaign,” stated Bush. His goal was to be the “joyful” candidate that Republicans thought they needed after Mitt Romney’s 2012 loss but Donald Trump stood in his way. Trump quickly started to gain traction, within weeks of Bush’s announcement he’d taken the lead. His surge revealed a republican candidate that was more angry than joyful, according to CNN. Bush increasingly appeared to be a misfit and it didn’t help that he often seemed extremely uncomfortable on television and on the debate stage. A particularly hurtful critique that stuck, Trump accused Bush of being a “low-energy” candidate lacking the stamina and demeanor needed to defeat Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton. Trump’s campaign started as an unexpected sideshow in the eyes of many Republicans. He labeled undocumented immigrants as “rapists” in his announcement speech and boasted he didn’t care to be politically correct, according to CNN.
Bush wanted to be the experienced governor who could help expand the GOP base by appealing to Latinos and craft a narrative of a more compassionate GOP. Bush’s older brother, former President George W. Bush campaigned for him in Greenville on Monday, stepping into the national political spotlight for the first time since leaving the White House in 2009, according to CNN. “We do not need someone in the Oval Office who mirrors and inflames our anger and frustration,” stated George W. Bush. “We need someone that can fix the problems that cause our anger and frustration, and that’s Jeb Bush.” Bush’s campaign had rested on a set of assumptions that his intellectual and reserved style would be an asset, and that the country would evaluate Bush on his own merits instead of his family history, according to The New York Times. These assumptions were incorrect because he failed to inspire Republican primary voters whose mood and needs had changed dramatically since he left government in 2007. Bush adviser Sally Bradshaw reflected on the campaign Saturday, telling CNN that 2016 simply “was not his year.” “Look, this was a year that was bigger than a lot of the candidates in this race,” stated Bradshaw. “Bush didn’t equivocate, and he took on Donald Trump and he showed us what is best about our party and what is best about our country.”
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U.S. launches airstrikes in Libya
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The United states set airstrikes to Lybia to control the Islamic extremist group ISIS. ISIS militants are driving into the Libya city of Sirte carrying firearms and waving their flag. The airstrike killed about 40 people.
By KYLE RICHARDSON Staff Writer
The war on ISIS has shifted to Libya, as American forces released militant air strikes on the coastal city of Sabratha. The U.S. airstrikes on ISIS in Libya has shifted the war on the Islamic extremist militants from Iraq and Syria, 2,000 miles west to the North African nation. According to Time, local officials estimated that more than 40 people were killed. The death toll could rise because it is possible that more people are still under the rubble. It is believed more than 60 people were inside the ISIS training facility when it was hit, according to CNN. Medium-caliber weapons including machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades had been found in the rubble of the house that had been rented to foreigners, including Tunisians suspected of belonging to ISIS, according to Yahoo News. “I am for the air strikes,” said student and U.S. Navy veteran James Glenn.“This issue doesn’t necessarily need
boots (on the ground), but this is a problem that should involve the world, it should involve the United States.” The airstrike was aimed towards an ISIS training camp, which was said to be led by senior ISIS leader Noureddine Chouchane, according to Military Times. Chouchane was one of the suspects behind an attack on a Tunisian beach that killed 38 tourists, back in July 2015 and a museum shooting which left 23 dead. U.S. aircraft, manned and unmanned, carried out the airstrike mission which was based out of Europe, according to Military Times. This was the second airstrike aimed towards ISIS extremists in Libya. The first was back in November 2015, aimed at the coastal city of Derna, east of Benghazi. That airstrike resulted in the death of senior ISIS commander Abu Nabil al-Anbari, according to Time. It is estimated by American officials that the extremist group has grown to as many as 6,500 fighters in Libya, which made it possible to capture the 150-mile stretch of coastline, according to the New York Times. “With respect to Libya, I have been clear from the outset that we will go after ISIS wherever it appears,”
President Barack Obama said in Time, “the same way that we went after al Qaeda wherever they appeared.” What has driven the ISIS extremists into Libya is that former dictator Muammar Gaddafi that ruled that nation with an iron fist for 40 years, repressed insurgencies, though, he was removed from power 5 years ago by the U.S. and NATO, according to Time. This resulted in Libya becoming a broken country with two different political fronts, one internationally recognized regime based in Tobruk in eastern Libya, and another in Tripoli, the capital in the west, according to Military Times. Libya’s civil war has opened its doors to extremists groups like ISIS and ISIL to enter the war torn country, according to Time. “Countries that are directly involved should be doing more for their country, but I’ve seen that they are not capable of taking action and some just won’t take any action,” said Glenn. “Their culture affects it (corruption, terror, death, radicalism), our culture has always stood up and said no,” Glenn concluded.
CSU “Super Sunday” By ELLE CARLOS Staff Writer
CSU representatives encouraged college attendance to African-American church members across California on Super Sunday. CSU Super Sunday is a tradition that began in 2005, where representatives from all 23 campuses go to underrepresented areas in communities across California to provide information to make a college experience a reality. For the 11th annual event, more than 100 African-American churches will be visited by CSU leaders including Chancellor Tim White. President Tomás Morales attended the Cathedral of Praise International Ministries to inspire youth to attend a college university and reach their full potential. “I grew up very poor in the South Bronx, and I was told I wasn’t college material,” stated Morales in The Sun. “Now, I
run a college.” Morales spoke and provided information in regards to admission and financial aid requirements for both CSUSB and San Bernardino Valley College. He explained the significance of taking A-G requirement courses in high school to be considered for college acceptance. “If you listen to people who say you don’t need to take A-G classes beginning in ninth grade, you’re done,” said Morales in The Sun. “If in ninth grade you’re not in A-G courses, you can’t apply to a UC or CSU,” added Morales. CSUSB leaders spoke at other churches in Fontana, Riverside, and San Bernardino, according to The Sun. The CSU African-American Initiative coordinates Super Sunday events each year in efforts to improve college preparation, enrollment, and graduation rates among African-American students in the CSU system.
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CSUSB President Tomás Morales gives students his personal story from being a kid from the Bronx to a college president.
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Mosquitos are one of the most common ways to spread Zika, but it is also known to be spread through other means.
Mosquitos blamed for paralysis By CRYSTAL NORMAN
Staff Writer United States Health authorities discovered two cases where the Zika virus may have a relationship with temporary paralysis, according to Time. Temporary paralysis comes from an autoimmune disorder, called Gullian Barre syndrome (GBS), where the immune system goes “haywire” and attacks the nervous system, according to ABC News. “It has an immune response that destroys the covering of nerves and interferes with the ability of nerves to function and survive,” said Dr. Bruce Hirsch, an infectious diseases specialist at North Shore University Hospital, in Massachusetts in an interview with CNN. Though two cases linking the Zika virus and paralysis have been found in the U.S., health authorities haven’t forgotten about the other 22 countries that
haven’t had these effects yet. “People may not see the effects, but still might carry the virus and that’s a scary thing to think about,” said student Esmeralda Carrillo. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently in the process of conducting a health study to confirm that the two are related, according to the Guardian. In an interview with ABC News William Schaffer, an infectious disease expert at Vanderbilt University Center discussed his main concerns with GBS and the Zika virus. “You can remain paralyzed for weeks. You can get bedsores, complicated pneumonia – you’re subject to all of that for long periods of time,” said Schaffer. “I couldn’t imagine getting the disease or what I would do if anyone on campus were to be infected,” said student Jessica Hernandez.
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By ELLE CARLOS Staff Writer
A potential cancer causing chemical known as glyphosate and used in Roundup, a weed killer, has been found in infant formula, breast milk, honey, cereal, wheat flour and soy sauce, according to Time. The FDA will begin testing foods after receiving ridicule from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) for not conducting tests sooner, according to Time. “The agency is now considering assignments for Fiscal Year 2016 to measure glyphosate in soybeans, corn, milk, and eggs, among other potential foods,” stated FDA spokeswoman Lauren Sucher.
These actions come a year after the World Health Organization reported glyphosate to be a possible cause of cancer, according to the Huffington Post. Roundup manufacturer, Monsanto Co., is currently facing multiple legal battles, as farmers have sued the company on claims that the exposure to the chemical caused their cancer, stated Fox News. Glyphosate is the most commonly used agricultural chemical. Newsweek reported that Monsanto Co. believes that the herbicide is not harmful. “The most extensive worldwide human health databases ever compiled on an agricultural product contradict the claims in the suits,” said Monsanto spokeswoman Charla Lord to Reuters.
Monsanto Co. brings in $5 billion in revenue on glyphosate products annually, according to Time. FDA reported that glyphosate residue testing in six laboratories would cost about $5 million to conduct. Among pesticide testing, both the FDA and USDA previously opted not to test foods for glyphosate because of the expensive cost for testing, according to Time. It was suggested that glyphosate be added to the USDA pesticide data program by Michael Hansen, senior staff scientist at Consumers Union. “The United Kingdom has been doing this for years. Given the vast expansion in use we should be seeing more exposure. They should have been doing it a lot earlier,” stated Hansen.
CCBriefs: Find your mate by body odor
By JORDAN MITCHELL Staff Writer
Toddler mistakenly sentenced to life
A Cairo court sentenced toddler Ahmed Mansour Sharara to life in prison on Feb. 16. Sharara allegedly killed three people and destroyed private and public property during an antigovernment protest in 2014. Sharara was only 16 months old. Government officials insist it was a case of mistaken identity and the suspect is a man in his fifties, according to CNN.
FEB. 23 FEB. 24 Strip club clients blackmailed
Customers of Switzerland’s largest strip club have received threatening letters demanding ransom.
Between 50 and 60 people who attended the “Globe” in Schwerzenbach received letters demanding $2,000 in bitcoin, a virtual currency, in exchange for alleged photos that were taken at the club. The sender stated, “We are moralists and you are our target... we will destroy your life, the way you do it with others.” As a result, strip club security has increased, according to NBC News.
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Teens drink sanitizer in Sweden
Hand sanitizer is now sold behind the counter in some Swedish pharmacies due to the high number of teenagers drinking them to get drunk. Teenagers have been mixing hand sanitizer with fruit juice to create a more pleasant flavor. Some hand sanitizers contain as much as 85 percent alcohol, according to BBC News. The legal age to purchase alcohol in Sweden stores is 20 but the drinking age in bars and restaurants is 18.
FEB. 24 FEB. 25 Passenger given $1,500 for sitting in urine
Mike Feinberg, an American Airlines passenger, was awarded $1,500 after sitting in a urine soaked seat in first class. An attendant stated a passenger on a previous flight had difficulty reaching the restroom. American Airlines provided Feinberg with a shower and a clean pair of pajamas after he landed in Des Moines, Iowa. He was given compensation of $1,000 plus an additional $500 to replace the suit he was wearing at the time of the incident, according to UPI News.
New York artists Tega Brain and Sam Lavigne created Smell Dating, a dating service limited to 100 participants that matches potential couples by body odor. A one time fee of $25 is required, and participants receive a shirt in the mail they must wear for three days without using deodorant or perfume. The shirt is then returned and the participant smells the shirts of ten other people, ranking which smell they like most. If individuals pick each other’s scent, contact information is exchanged, according to MSN News.
FEB. 25 FEB. 25 Citizens sell their president on eBay
Egyptian citizens put their president, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, for sale on eBay. Sisi has been president since June 2014. Many political groups boycotted his election but Sisi won 97 percent of the vote. The highest bidder on eBay offered more than $100,000 for the president but the post has been taken down, according to MSN News.
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Campus networking essential By MICHAEL ISBERTO Staff Writer
Networking on campus to build relationships that will help your career is more important than most students realize. Students try to get in and out of school as fast as they can but they do not take advantage of university resources and the connections they can make on campus. The CSUSB Career Center is one of those resources students should take advantage of before they graduate; or else they could be holding a degree realizing they have nowhere to go. “The mission of the Career Center is to support the career readiness of all students and alumni by providing advising, assessment, workshops, career events, employer networking opportunities, internships and job opportunities that result in the establishment or advancement of personalized career goals,” according to the Career Center website. But are students aware of these resources? What good is the Career Center if the students do not realize it is there for their benefit? “I haven’t really thought about networking or any of this stuff,” said student Raquel Cuevas. “It’s not really something people stress to you before you start college, and I don’t really hear people talking about the Career Center. But it’s probably something I need to look into,” continued Cuevas. Resources like the Career Center are here to help us while we are attending
school, but it can also prepare you for your future. They can assist students with job searching, refine students’ interview skills, and help students put together their job resume. These are important things we need to consider while we are attending CSUSB. The university needs to promote the Career Center and all similar resources more. What students also do not realize is that networking should be happening with your fellow classmates. When you are in a particular major, the people in your class could potentially be the colleagues you will work with in your particular field. The relationships you garner with your classmates, and the networking that is happening with your peers is essential to your future career. “There are definitely people I’d love to work with after our college careers,” said student Adrian Alcantar. “On the other side of things there are other people I’ve come across in classes I would never want to be associated with at all, and I would never want to work with them in the future,” concluded Alcantar. Be nice to your classmates, or be prepared to live with the consequences of your actions. Everyone you interact with could potentially be a collaborator, ally, or rival in your career field. As a communication studies major, finding colleagues to lean on is essential.
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Numerous resources like network building are available for students interested in preparing for their occupational field. As we develop our skills, finding our community is important in encouraging growth and finding niches in our field. Finding colleagues who share common values and visions also creates momentum in future individual and collective projects.
Students should be making relationships that will last. You should be building a tribe you can call on in your future career endeavors creating a network that you can count on when you leave CSUSB to conquer the world.
“Monolingualism is an awful virus” By RACHEL RUNDENGAN Staff Writer
Whether you’re a freshman in college or just recently graduated, many people would agree that fluency in a second language can not only help you stand out, but it can also open many doors to opportunities that those who are monolinguals might miss. “In today’s global economy, the ability to communicate is key, and as more companies expand internationally, the ability to communicate in another language has become a significant advantage in the workforce,” stated writer Paula Andruss. Language is a powerful tool, especially in the society we live in today. It serves as a medium for developing effective communication. According to dictionary.com, communication is “the imparting or interchange of thoughts, opinions, or information by speech, writing, or signs.” It is important we recognize the importance of learning another language because it would help us to be more open to foreign culture and foreign ideas—making communication work more effectively between people. “Monolingualism holds us back culturally and socially,” said assistant professor Dr. Bibiana Diaz. Monolingualism is the condition of being able to only speak a single language. And in this modern day where being able to speak more than just English
is highly valued, we, as college students, should act on it—and quickly, too. “Monolingualism is an awful virus,” continued Diaz. “Luckily we (CSUSB) have a wonderful language program to end this virus,” concluded Diaz. In a world that is increasingly globalized, it is imperative that we understand just how valuable being bilingual is. “Those entering the workforce in 2014 with second language fluency can expect an additional 10 to 15 percent pay increase,” said Ryan McMunn, language expert and CEO of BRIC Language Systems. Learning another language can enlarge a person’s perspective and reduce the barriers between people. “The U.S. committee on Economic Development (CED) suggests that American businesses lost more than $2 billion a year due to language and or cultural misunderstandings,” stated contributing Forbes writer Cheryl Conner. Though being bilingual is not required to get a job, “it provides a competitive advantage,” said career counselor Damion Donaldson. Being bilingual has become an essential factor in this day and age; it has become a new standard in the workforce, whether we like it or not. “As America becomes diverse, the needs of the country change too,” concluded Donaldson. While we are still students here at CSUSB, I urge everyone to consider tak-
ing a language class as it will not only benefit you in college, but also for what many more things you can gain in the future. Being able to speak another language can be advantageous in all aspects of life. It allows one to become more in touch
with the world and the people in it. As Nelson Mandela eloquently said, “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to a man in his language, that goes to his heart.”
Learning more than one language allows us to become effective communicators.
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By NICHOLAS WHITT Staff Writer
Social media is a powerful resource and CSUSB students should continue to use that power beneficially, by creating more unique ways to communicate. Typically, social media platforms are not used for educational purposes by most students. CSUSB Snaps, created on Snapchat, by what I presume to have been made by students on campus, was vulgar and absolutely had no value for helping students— at all. It was filled with pictures of people having sex or showing off their bodies to receive some type of appraisal. It was basically students starving for attention like starving kids asking for water. It might have caused a couple of laughs, but it was at the expense of people’s dignity being diminished by looking or acting like fools. There is also stipulation that some students featured were unaware they were be-
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ing recorded, causing many issues to arise. In fact, numerous accounts were deleted constantly; but they always reappeared until everyone stopped caring for it, just like all other trends. Regardless, we do use social media for many other beneficial reasons. CSUSB Confessions, a widely known page for students on Facebook, is a prime example of this. It allows students the ability to destress themselves after long hours of vigorous work or studying. “CSUSB Confessions is an amazing tool to have at our disposal, but nevertheless, it was not the only social media platform used by students, in fact, there are others that had no positive affect at all towards students,” said student Attalah Walker. People sometimes use social media to deal with everyday struggles or get something off their mind. “Social media is constantly looked negatively upon due to people not looking at the whole picture, but in reality it’s a way to either escape or deal with the daily
demons placed on us,” said student Lauren Gonzales. However, some people spew nonsense on this page, without caring who reads it; which could be influenced by posts being published anonymously. The reason is, it gives people the ability to freely say whatever is on their mind without having to worry. Especially in a world where almost everything is either recorded and publicly judged. “I hate my mother and don’t ever want to talk to her again. She married an [sic] man who abused me...The pain is deep and I can’t stop the tears running down my face,” stated CSUSB Confessions post no. 886. It allows students to share their insecurities or problems publicly amongst each other so they can maybe one day overcome them, without being tagged as that person their whole life. It also allows students to find friends or others that have similar interests as them. “I need a friend who like honesty, going out to eat, loves Batman as
much as I do and whose willing to take a few punches down the road...,” stated on CSUSB Confessions post no. 975 The Confessions page is an amazing resource for students to use, but there are others as well. Other beneficial social media pages affiliated with our campus are CSUSB Craigslist on Facebook, which allows students the option to trade resources. Many may not know this but CSUSB Craigslist offers an array of things like: people looking for roommates, class advice, and items like cars, books, clothes, or video games, etc. Yet, the Confessions page will always be a personal favorite of mine. Let’s hope that we as students don’t abuse the power of social media, refraining from creating something as ridiculous as CSUSB Snaps.
Staff Writer
If you want to visit an exotic place, experience different cultures, and receive college credit for it, go study abroad. At CSUSB there is an opportunity for students to study abroad in over 20 different countries. Take advantage of this opportunity to travel abroad by letting the world be your classroom. According to the Center for International Studies and Programs (CISP) website, “CSUSB hosts almost 1,000 international students from over 53 different countries.” Why aren’t more CSUSB students visiting other countries? Most people would say that it is because of financial situations. However, if you stopped going to Starbucks every morning for a year or two and saved, you could use that money to pay for the trip. “After you go for a summer, you want to go for a year […] I was hooked,” said student Rafael Orozco. The price of the trip, tuition, food, airfare, and personal expenses all vary based on what country you decide to study in. For example, if you visit Valladolid, Spain it is estimated to be a total of $5,909, according to the summer 2016 Study Abroad Summer Program project budget for Spain. According to Orozco, the cost to study in Spain for a summer has become less expensive than when he went four years ago. It may be a little more on the expensive side when you are taking a trip over
seas but once you are over the Atlantic Ocean, traveling expenses are not as bad. If you plan ahead, save the money you get back during tax season, and save some of the money that you receive in financial aid, going to another country for a summer is in arms length. “I went to Sweden for a year, and from there went to visit 10 different countries,” said student Aldair Ocampo. When traveling to another country you get the opportunity to see and experience other cultural lifestyles; you become a more diverse person. Expanding your knowledge of the world is beneficial. Do not wait until you are old and wrinkly to travel when you can go during the prime years of your life. Travel while you have no ties to a spouse, children, medicine, walkers, or careers. There are requirements in order to study abroad, such as maintaining a certain GPA and turning in your payment on time to the Study Abroad office. The deadline to travel abroad this summer is approaching; final payments are due April 15. If you are interested in studying abroad, go to an informational session or visit the CISP Study Abroad office in College of Education, Room 348. “Travel makes one modest, you see what a tiny place you can occupy in the world,” stated French novelist Gustave Flaubert. Get more than just a degree in college, view other parts of the world as well. I know that living in another country for a quarter or more without knowing anybody is a little frightening, but do not overthink it! Be adventurous and explore.
To learn more about studying abroad visit the CISP office.
Big Ben, Westminster, London
Archived photo from London, England | Courtesy of Bree Reyes (2013)
By SERENA GOMEZ
Scuplture at The Louvre, Paris, France
Archived photo from Paris, France | Courtesy of Abigail Tejada (2015)
Travel lends experience
Students traveling to other countries gain enriching experiences and knowledge that alter their perspective.
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Decoding Apple: Cook Refuses By CAROLYN SOLAR Staff Writer
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Although Apple agrees that this system could be created, they do not think it is ethi-
“Ultimately, we fear that this demand would undermine the very freedoms and libn response to the San Bernardino mass shooting on Dec. 2, 2015, the FBI asked erty our government is meant to protect,” stated Cook. Apple to design a software that would allow them to gain access to the iPhones FBI Director James Comey said that this case is about justice for San Bernardino and used by shooters Syed Farook and his wife Tashfeen Malik. accessing this information could release answers needed in this case. Apple is refusing to cooperate with the demands the court has ordered. “Fourteen people were slaughtered and many more had their lives and bodies ruined. With access to the phone, the FBI is hoping to find out whether others were involved We owe them a thorough and professional investigation under law," according to an open in the attack. letter written by Corney published in Lawfare Blog. Specifically, the FBI wants the company to disable the feature that wipes an iPhone They are also accusing Apple of prioritizing “public brand marketing strategy” over clean after 10 password entry attempts. a complex investigation. In a situation as severe as this one, why is Apple For some, solving some of the mysteries to the refusing to assist the government? case is essential in receiving closure from this trauUnlocking the device would allow FBI access to matic event. pictures, messages and other personal data, according As members of the San Bernardino community, to Apple. students have mixed reviews on the issue. Apple executives worry that this access would "It is beneficial for the phones to be unlocked so give potential to unlock any iPhone. they can determine the motives," said student Justine Apple has already granted access to the data from Farinelli. "I think it could work if they create a conthe phone that was backed up on the attacker’s iCloud tract agreement on preventing future breeches." that had been backed up a month before the incident. "I can see why iPhone users would be hesitant for Apple CEO Tim Cook refuses to allow the underApple to allow this access, but at the same time, this mining of its devices for these purposes. incident was very close to home and it was pretty re“The same engineers who built strong encryption cent, so I think finding new information in this case into the iPhone to protect our users would, ironically, would help San Bernardino in its healing process," be ordered to weaken those protections and make our said student Evan Peckels. users less safe,” stated Cook in a press release on the Some of the biggest names in the tech world, like Photo courtesy of Elena Scotte company's site. Google, Facebook, Twitter and even Bill Gates have Apple CEO Tim Cook believes that iPhone user privacy should be protected at all costs. Apple fears that allowing access this one time chosen to side with the concern of consumer privacy. would open the door for the FBI to breech Apple security in other situations. The motion hearing for this case is said to take place on March 22, 2016. The Department of Justice argues that Apple has helped law enforcement unlock Although the Constitution protects Apple from being forced by the government to phones in the past and that the company has the capability to do so again. hack into the data, refusing to comply could lead to a "tech industry nightmare."
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Speech tournament toutes terrific turnout By ALEXANDRA WINNER Palm Desert Contributor
CSUSB Palm Desert campus hosted its first speech tournament Feb. 19, directed by Professor Rihan with the help of the Communication Club. The event was open to any current student interested in demonstrating their public speaking skills. The tournament consisted of four speech rounds with 65 contestants and 12 judges from the Palm Desert campus and members of the community. "I wanted the opportunity for students to see the value of public speaking and by involving the community was a way of validating the importance of having your voice heard," said Basemah Rihan, professor of communication studies and director of the speech tournament. Guest speakers included Palm Desert Deputy Mayor Jan Harnik and CSUSB Alumni Ashley Santana. Harnik spoke about the importance of public speaking and having a voice. She connected with the students by sharing some of her own experiences in public speaking. "Students, staff, faculty, and members of the community expressed their gratitude in having been part of such a rewarding event," said Rihan. Donielle Gerrell placed first in the speech tournament, followed by Christina
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The Communication Club was created in fall of 2015 with ambitious intents to “Connect, Contribute, Collaborate, and Communicate with the Community” through service projects. Gabbard and Estefania Nunez Astorga. Along with respect and glory, the finalist received a trophy and a gift certificate from generous contributors. “The speech tournament was a great experience,” said second place winner Christina Gabbard, “I’m glad I got the courage to get in front of a crowd and I am
thankful for the opportunity.” Rihan noted that directing a tournament of this magnitude would not have been possible without being surrounded by talented, dedicated people and the Communication Club’s willingness to help. The Communication Club showed their pride by wearing their T-shirts and
expressing their unity. “I am so proud to be their club adviser,” said Rihan. The speech tournament was well organized, with breakfast and lunch provided. Students were excited about the tournament and are already talking about the next tournament.
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messenger of peace Mexico welcomes the Pope
By CHRIS CAUHAPÉ Staff Writer
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he first Latin-American born Pope made his first trip to the northernmost country of Latin America, Mexico. In doing so, the pontiff addressed many issues pertinent to the Church and the country with the second highest number of Roman Catholic residents. On the flight from Rome to Mexico, a three-hour layover was made at Jose Marti Airport in Havana, Cuba. There, the Pope met with Kiril, the patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Russian Orthodox Church is second in Christendom to the Roman Church in number of adherents. The two churches were one until the Great Schism (pronounced “shism” by the Jesuits) in the year 1054 A.D. In question at the breakup was the legitimacy of the successors to Jesus as far as church leadership was concerned. The issue that brought the two leaders together at the airport was the persecution of Christians in the Middle East and Africa.
This was the first Orthodox Patriarch and Catholic Pope meeting in history. At a meeting with members of the Mexican government, including Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, Pope Francis stated, "Experience teaches us that each time we seek the path of privileges or benefits for a few to the detriment of the good of all, sooner or later the life of society becomes fertile soil for corruption, drug trade...kidnapping and death," according to the Associated Press (AP). Francis urged Catholic Bishops to help Mexicans to, "finally escape the raging waters that drown so many, either victims of the drug trade or those who stand before God with their hands drenched in blood, though with pockets filled with sordid money and their consciences deadened." The Pope also warned bishops about the threat of "Santa Muerte," which is a cult in Mexico and the United States, that became popular in poor neighborhoods and among gangs, drug dealers and other criminals. Pope Francis in the tradition of Jesus Christ, visited a children's cancer ward and a prison to bless the sick and those imprisoned. He gave mass in five cities while in Mexico.
In addition to politicians and the clergymen, the pontiff was equally terse in a speech to Businessmen and workers in Ciudad Juarez asking about exploited workers, "What air will they breathe? An air tainted by corruption, violence, insecurity and suspicion, or on the contrary an air capable of generating alternatives, renewal and change," according to the Associated Press. The Pope denounced the exploitation of indigenous peoples in San Cristobal de las Casas where his mass included five native languages. At the mass said in Ciudad Juarez within a half mile from American soil in El Paso, Texas, Pope Francis asked the governments of both the United States and Mexico to, "open their hearts if not their borders to the 'human tragedy that is forced migration.’” The Pope added, "they are the brothers and sisters, who are being expelled by poverty and violence, drug trafficking and organized crime," according to Newsday. The Pope left Mexico that evening and managed to take a swing at American presidential candidate Donald Trump when he said that building walls between neighboring countries is not a Christian thing to do.
Unicorn hair Studying Magic or madness?
Tips for savvy students
By MARIA DE LOURDES CAMPOS
By HAECHEOL JANG
Staff Writer
Things like highlights, ombre, and plain hair are becoming things of the past with the new fashion trend known as "unicorn hair." Unicorn hair has gained attention, because it is overly saturated with different fusions of hair color that come together to form a rainbow horn. “Unicorn hair is best describe as fashion colors that include colors like violet, pink, red, blue, pastel, and neon. The objective to unicorn hair is to go from light to dark with a wide range of colors. It is usually a coloring process that is just created for that one client and tends not to be duplicated exactly the same," said hairdresser and student Patricia Coronado. "Unicorn hair varies in design and color. However, when done correctly, both the design and hair color compliment each other, so there’s an art to it. It’s not just the mixing and putting of any color but it’s the process of coloring the hair in order to the attract the eyes,” said Coronado. “It seems funny to think that unicorns, and hair are the latest fashion craze,” said student Susie Mendoza. This new form of self expression can be seen as a creative statement. Unicorn hair has become the latest fashion trend in 2016, with celebrities like Lady Gaga, Raven Symone, and Nikki Minaj rocking the overly saturated hair-do. "Some might say that this new fashion craze has gain popularity because the initial thought is, 'Hey, didn’t Minaj just rock that hairdo at the VMA’s?'" said student Tanisha Hollins. The reason why this new hair trend has gained popularity is because of celebrities who have used their platform to em-
brace this new artistic expression through their hair. However, one must not forget that unicorn hair is an artistic expression that is far from cheap. Many students here at CSUSB cannot afford the upkeep unicorn hair because they have to pay for lunch, parking, and books. Unicorn hair is more than just a hairdo; it is an artistic expression that allows woman to express their creativity. “ I just don’t understand how women find this look amusing or fashion forward, because when I look at it, it reminds me of Skittles. Can you 'taste the rainbow?'" said student Franklin Cabrera. “Look, I’m all for women’s empowerment. However, if I were to be an employer in a professional setting, and I saw a female applicant with hair shaped like a horn and multiple hair colors, the last thing on my mind would be to hire her. Although it’s a fashion trend, like fashion, one day things are popping and the next they’re not," said Cabrera. Although some find this [unicorn hair] fashion trend preposterous, others find it beautiful because it is an artistic expression that promotes creativity.
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Unicorn hair has become the latest fashion trend.
Staff Writer
Midterms are over, but finals are right around the corner. There are many students, so there are various ways to study. Did you try to skip sleep to study? Did you eat some food to help you concentrate? Are you cramming for an exam? The most common study strategy is re-reading notes or the textbook, according to Purdue University's statistics. Eighty-four percent of students use this strategy, but 43 percent of students use the “do-practice-problems” strategy. Forty percent of students use flashcards, 30 percent rewrite notes, 26 percent study with friends, and only 19 percent use memorization as a study strategy. What about CSUSB students? “Actually, I never study until exams start. A week ago, I started to study [for] the exam. Cramming is the way to study,” said student Wongu Kang. He recommended skipping sleep before an exam, because he can study more when other students are sleeping. On the other hand, some students use their planners or schedulers to study. “I think planners helps students concentrate. It is really helpful way to prepare for midterms. I made some plans of study,” said student Jinseon Yu. Studying with other people is another study skill. “I like to study with other classmates. I can ask something I can’t understand. We can also go over important parts of the exam,” said student Brandon Clark. Some students have a different viewpoints. “I don’t like to study with other people. I like to study alone, because I can focus on my studies. I don’t like noises, and some people don’t arrive in time,” said student Jaeho Han.
Some students recommend teaching others the study material. “Teaching is a great studying skill. It is really helpful skill to check what you learned,” said student Tiffany Lynn. “While you teach, systematization occurs in your brain and it helps longterm memory,” according to Learning Psychology professor Do of Sungkyunkwan University. Another student recommends studying just the important parts. Teaching others is the most effective strategy, according to U.S. National Training Laboratories. Teaching has a 90 percent recall rate, while listening is the least effective study skill and it only has a five percent recall rate. "Practicing by doing" is the second effective and its recall rate is 75 percent. Discussing in a group has a recall rate of 50 percent. Teaching demonstrations are 30 percent, audio visual is 20 percent and reading only has a 10 percent recall rate. There are many study strategies and they are all very important. Even when someone knows the most effective study strategy, it is all in vain when he or she does not study. The upcoming finals are simply another set of exams, do not be afraid of them. Apply any study strategies that work for you.
“Teaching is a great studying skill.” Tiffany Lynn
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By ERENDY TORRES “
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e buy things we don't need, with money we don't have, to impress people we don't like," is a famous quote from the movie Fight Club. We live in a generation in which we spend more money than what we make. On Feb. 13, 2016, rapper Kanye West tweeted that he is $53 million in personal debt. "I write this to you my brothers while still 53 million dollars in personal debt... Please pray we overcome... This is my true heart..." tweeted West. West is facing a multi-million-dollar debt, yet he is still not humbling down his expenses. West and his wife Kim Kardashian, are installing a lake-sized pool in their $20 million mansion's backyard in Bel-Air, California. Though West is not humbling down his investments, he has somewhat humbled down his distinguished egotistical personality. West invited Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg to invest in his creations. He also invited people to subscribe to TIDAL, a music streaming service for $19.99 a month. "Mark Zuckerberg, invest 1 billion dollars into Kanye West ideas... Please for all music lovers. Please subscribe to TIDAL!!! I decided not to sell my album for another week. Please subscribe to TIDAL," tweeted West. It seems as though West, along with many other celebrities, waste money to continue to build their identity. Perhaps they are also financially peer-pressured like the rest of us to own the best of the best—to be better than everybody else. "We live in a society where everyone is trying to trump one another. We go on social media and we parade this lavish lifestyle that is not existent," said student Jeffrey Garcia. "We want to personify that we are bigger than life. When in reality, we can barely afford to pay our bills." Most of the time, money buys identity and power. The more money, investments and property we own, more power to us; however, we cannot compare our budgets and
Snack attack By JAEYEON KIM Staff Writer
“Fifty-one percent of people eat snacks because they’re bored. 50 percent use snacks to help them concentrate while studying. 46 percent replace a meal with a snack,” according to LinkedIn. Lots of people eat snacks for various reasons. Many countries have diverse and different snacks. Have you ever had both American and Korean snacks? What do Americans think about Korean snacks? According to ‘American React to Korean Snacks’ video of ‘Korean Englishman’ on YouTube, American’s reactions to Korean snacks are very diverse. In the video, Americans commonly look at Korean snacks, such as chips; their reactions to the snacks range from weird to amazed because of the appearance and name of the snacks. Their reactions to the snacks are different before and after eating.All of them like the same snacks which commonly contain chocolate but are divided when it comes to other snacks. Similar to ‘American React to Korean Snacks’ video, Koreans have also various reactions to American snacks. According to ‘Korean Girls Taste American Snacks’ on YouTube, Korean girls react to American snacks similar to how Americans react to Korean snacks. Generally, Koreans also feel weird about appearance and name of American snacks, such as Goldfish, Pop-Tarts, Lays, Twizzlers and Cheez-it. Before eating the snacks, they smell
the snacks and their faces show apprehension about the smell as well as the appearance and name of the snacks. “American snacks are very salty more than Korean snacks. Moreover, generally, the American snacks are very large in quantity more than the Korean snacks,” said student Eungyo Jeong. “American snacks are too sweet, while Korean snacks are sweet but not as sweet as American snacks,” said student Adejare Melody. Like Jeong and Melody, people generally think American snacks have a stronger taste than Korean snacks. Eating these kinds of snacks can be harmful to people even though they taste good. Eating the snacks make people gain weight, constipation and fatigue, according to SFGate. “Nutrition really is the key to a healthy lifestyle and a healthy life,” stated Dr. Rita Redberg, a cardiologist at the University of California San Francisco Medical Center. Celery sticks, cucumber slices, assortments of nuts, fruits, and vegetables are healthy snack alternatives. "These snacks have lots of the nutrients, fiber, and protein your body needs, and they guard against sugar highs and lows," according to Everyday Health. Every Thursday a fruit stand sells fruits and juices such as: pineapple, mango, watermelon and orange juice for only $2 between the San Manuel Student Union and University Hall. Even though the saltiness of chips are satisfying, fruits and vegetables are a sweet, healthy alternative.
expenses to a millionaire. "Comparing yourself to people whose incomes are well beyond yours is dangerous. We have to accept who we are and what we can and cannot afford," stated senior journalist Jamie Gold in the article, "Why is the Middle Class Overspending?" "It seems that a lot of Americans tie their spending to their identity. By driving a certain car, having a certain house, and wearing certain labels, they create an im- Fight Club age of themselves that they have to support, and that’s hard to do when that is not really who you are," added Gold. West, along with many other celebrities, is often viewed as an idol by many people. Their ideologies reflect upon the actions of people. Still, we cannot let these types of influences drain our pockets. Students and young adults are most affected by financial peer-pressure. "One of the negative things I vividly recall about high school was peer pressure. I really believed that once I graduated... that... would go away. I sure was wrong huh? Peer pressure is worse now as an adult than it ever was as a kid. Bigger homes, ceramic tile, greener lawns, new BMWs, exotic vacations, your neighbor got a big screen TV that's 2 inches bigger than yours...the list goes on," stated G. Guy in the article, "Financial Peer Pressure, Stop the Influence!" This is not a competition. We need to understand that finances and stability come first. Just because West and Kardashian are installing a lake-sized pool in their backyard, regardless of their exceeding debt, doesn't mean we have to do the same—although it may seem tempting.
“We buy things we don’t need, with money we don’t have, to impress people we don’t like.”
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Fashionable ‘Yote on the loose By CASSIE COUGHLIN Staff Writer
College is not only the time you pick your future career, but it’s also the time you develop your personal fashion style. Fashion holds a different meaning to every person, but for many it is all about expressing one’s own personality instead of focusing on the latest trends. “My fashion style is definitely a risk taker,” said student McKenzie Gutierrez. “I can go from wearing all black with my checkered vans one day, to wearing a sun dress and my cowgirl boots, it just kind of depends on how I am feeling that day,” added Gutierrez. As Gutierrez described, her style is risky in the sense that she does not worry about trends but picks her outfits based on her desired mood; this could lead to wearing a floral romper one day, then a leather jacket the next. Her versatility could be due to the different style icons she pulls inspiration from. “I really love Lauren Conrad because she’s just timeless, and everything’s very clean and cut. Vanessa Hudgens because she’s very bohemian. Also Kendall Jenner because she is edgy but also really classy with how she takes on a trend,” said Gutierrez. Regardless of your style preference, sometimes all you need to complete a look is the perfect accessory, or a staple piece that can pull any outfit together.
You may be thinking “those are too crazy for me.” Don’t hesitate to go out of your comfort zone. Just because it’s unfamiliar does not mean you should doubt it.
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Student McKenzie Gutierrez rocks a leather jacket and red bandana around campus.
For Gutierrez, that favorite go-to accessory is her cheetah booties. “They are so easy to throw on, I can literally put a pair of shorts and my white v-neck and these shoes”, said Gutierrez, “I can take on the world with a good pair of shoes.” When she’s looking for new additions to her wardrobe, Gutierrez shops at Nordstrom, Free People, Urban Outfitters, Forever 21; and Lux Clothing, which is a local boutique she works at in Riverside. Since we’re college students, it can be hard to fit clothes shopping into our already tight budget, but this fashionable Yote’ finds a way. “If you are looking for something on a budget, definitely stick with Forever 21, if you devote time and effort you can always find something cute there,” said Gutierrez. If you do find a fashion item you’re willing to splurge on, make sure that item can be worn multiple ways so it is worth the purchase. “I find something that I can wear many different ways, something very versatile, you can dress it up or dress it down, that’s when I know it’s a good investment or purchase,” explained Gutierrez. Besides grabbing that key accessory, or finding items that will work in various ways, the biggest [fashion] advice is to be yourself. “Forget the rules, if you like it wear it, self-confidence is the best outfit so just rock it,” said Gutierrez.
Dainty bracelets always wrap-up an outfit that you’ve been trying piece together for hours. The less bulky they are the more you can accessorize with.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2016
POPPIN’ NEWZ By ANDREA JIMENEZ Staff Writer
Hammer smashes 2Pac collab MC Hammer finally shares music from his collaboration with the one and only 2Pac on Feb. 23. Twenty years after his death, 2Pac continues to impact fans with great new music, reminiscing on simpler times, and “Too Tight” reminds fans why 2Pac’s music should be kept alive. It is rumored that MC Hammer’s ghost album features more tracks in collaboration with 2Pac, but further details are yet to be released. T.I. owes money to IRS For the third time in the past year alone, it was disclosed on Feb. 24 that T.I. has been involved in some serious money issues with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Over the years he has failed to file taxes and it’s catching up to him all at once. According to Daily Mail, the latest lien is of $1,640,664.90 and two from past years of $1,397,283.47 and $3,173,476.39. Adding up to $6,211,424.76 in debt, T.I. refused the payment demand from the IRS, leading to the possibility of having his assets derived to cover the debt. Ellen Page gaycations Canadian actress Ellen Page stars in a new show on Vice titled “Gaycation,” where she travels around to different places of the world in pursuit to help homosexuals come out to their families and communities. The first episode was released on Feb. 25, in this episode Ellen and Ian travel to Japan, where same-sex marriage is frowned upon. In their journey they meet several individuals and experience the struggle of living in a society that refuses to give equal rights to gays, constantly living in a place where you cannot be yourself. Wolverine takes on Nemo “Wolverine” Director James Mangold announced on Feb. 25 that he will be directing Disney’s upcoming film “Captain Nemo.” The film is based on Jules Verne’s classic science fiction book “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” which features one of the most well known, mysterious anti-heroes, Captain Nemo. They are currently working on editing the final script for the film, making sure that this mysterious anti-hero is brought to life as well as he was in the novel. Jack White on “The Muppets” Jack White, the former lead singer and guitarist of the famous rock band The White Stripes, announced his guest appearance in “The Muppets’” season finale. White will be switching his role from a hardcore rock star to a relationship adviser for Kermit the Frog. Muppet fans are hoping that White will be the one who brings Kermit and Miss Piggy back together after their harsh separation. The reveal of this story will be aired on March 1, and everyone is hoping for a rockin’ ending.
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#FreeKesha
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#Elevate
By ESTEFANIA TORRES Staff Writer
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tars like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Lorde, and Lena Dunham have publicly shown their support for Kesha during her widely publicized court battle with record producer Lukasz Sebastian Gottwald, also known as Dr. Luke, and Sony Music. On Feb. 19 a New York judge denied a court injunction that would have released the “Tik Tok” singer from working with her alleged abuser and his record label, Kemosabe Entertainment. “I couldn’t believe that the judge denied the injunction. It was shocking to me especially at a time when women are fighting for equal rights,” said student Samantha Cortez. The singer-songwriter filled a lawsuit back in October 2014 against the producer for allegedly drugging and raping her a decade ago.
Gottwald (Dr. Luke) has denied claims made against him and finally broke his silence through a series of tweets on Twitter. “It’s sad that she would turn a contract negotiation and turn it into something so horrendous and untrue,” stated Gottwald. The court’s decision frustrated the public. Many people are showing support through social media by using #freekesha and a GoFundMe page apparently made to “buy” Kesha out of Sony. “No evidence to support her assertion that the agreement were not entered into freely or voluntarily as a result of arm’s length negotiation,” said the New York judge. All hope is not lost however, the judge also added that she will wait for any more evidence that can help Kesha’s claim before she completely dismisses the case.
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n Oxford University elevator was occupied by Shia LaBeouf for 24 hours to talk to strangers in his most recent “artistic performance,” called “Elevate.” On Feb. 19 the “Transformers” actor announced through his Twitter that he and his fellow artistic partners, Luke Turner and Sade Ronkko, would be occupying an elevator at the Oxford Union and the public was welcome to join them. LaBeouf is known for his highly profiled acting career and most recently for his creative performances alongside artist Turner and Ronkko, members of his artistic collective. The trio is known for various art performances they had throughout the last year like “I Am Not Famous Anymore” and “All My Movies,” which have gotten major worldwide attention. “Elevate” was live
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streamed through YouTube where viewers had a chance to experience the performance while it was happening. The camera was mainly focused on the silver elevator doors that opened every 15 minutes, which forced you to focus on the conversation the artist had with the public. The description of the artistic project was described on the Oxford Union YouTube channel but it seemed to be just another attempt to make art out of nothing. The topics between the public and the actor ranged from movies he liked, to his parents’ opinion on his art, and a fan’s request to get slapped by LaBeouf. “I didn’t get a chance to see the live stream but I like Shia LaBeouf because he likes to explore a more artistic side apart from acting,” said student Raquel Sanchez. “Elevate” is available on the Oxford Union YouTube Channel, where you can watch more of what is heard of each artist.
Questionable looks at New York Fashion Week
By JAYNENE MORENO Staff Writer
It is sometimes argued that fashion week is a good thing because it brings us trends that we don’t see everyday. However, it is also said that these trends should not be implemented in everyday life, because it is not practical for everyday wear, especially for the general public. “Honestly, I’m not into fashion week. If I see it on my Instagram feed, I’ll look at it but I’m not constantly checking up on
it,” said student Carmen Reyes, “because I feel that most of their styles aren’t something I’d wear.” A recent example of these unrealistic looks are the clothing lines that were showcased in New York Fashion Week 2016 in the Fall/Winter collection. Famous names such as Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and Burberry, showcased their styles on the Manhattan runway this year. While some of these styles were just unrealistic, the Marc Jacobs collection was just plain weird. The Marc Jacobs collection used dark, colored layers of clothing consisting of fancy gowns and fur coats. To top it off, the models paired the looks with darker make up, giving a gothic appearance. “Some of the pieces by Marc Jacobs, such as the fur coats, I would wear but definitely not the way he paired them,” said student Aimee Alvarez, “I think he overdid it. It just looks like a costume to me.” For SoCal residents, It would be very rare especially in this hot weather to be seen in those layers of thick garments during the winter. In menswear, specifically Burberry’s
Fall/Winter collection, the male models dressed in oversized coats and hoodies, paired with dressy pants and shoes. It portrayed a very mismatched look, as if they were homeless and didn’t have a lot of clothes to choose from. Not all of the menswear, however, were overdone to the point where they cannot be worn at all. Lucio Castro layered a fancy suit on top of a button up and turtle neck, making it fashion forward but too attention grabbing for everyday wear. “When thinking about school, I wouldn’t wear what the models are wearing, it just calls too much attention,” said student Adrian Silva, “but I would maybe wear the styles to a party or to a special event.” Mixing and matching seemed to be a theme in the collections. The designers really seemed to enjoy using a variety of loud colors and prints. Anna Sui showcased bright magenta pieces that had eccentric patterns, again using the fur element, making the collection look as if it were 70’s inspired. Even though the outfits are hard to understand, most of them are still inspiration-
al. We can pick out the things we actually like about the pieces such as the color or style and incorporate our own unique twist to it. Looking at Tommy Hilfiger’s use of metallic gold can persuade you to purchase a dress in the same color, but in a different style that you can actually wear out in public. Fashion week should be seen more as an art. Rather than be completely replicated, each piece should be looked at individually, as if it’s being only lent for inspiration to your personal style.
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ALBUM REVIEW
Strange yet beautiful
Animal Collective gets trippy as
usual in new album “Painting With”
By ARTHUR MEDRANO Staff Writer
A 4-year-long journey awaited the music industry for Animal Collective’s new studio album, “Painting With” which was released Feb. 19. It is their 10th studio album, following the success of their last album “Centipede Hz.” They hold a creative aspect in their art, drawing multiple influences from both electronic and pop music. Following the success from their song “My Girl,” the band of old high school friends have mastered synthesizers and using harmonic vocals to create modern folk songs. “You can never have enough funky, unique music come from acoustic and
synthetic sounds. They should add much more to intensify the expressions,” expresses student Jonathan Andaluz. “The music really brightens up my day when going on long drives or having a bonfire with friends,” continued Andaluz. One aspect to their early creativity also derives from the use of the psychedelic drug Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, known as LSD. It may not be the most conventional use of inspiration, but it surely does create a visual experience throughout the new album. With a total of 12 tracks found on this record, there is no lack of impact from the lyrics; the exclusive ideas
from “Painting With” will carry through with experimental vocals and late night dance anthems. This album wasn’t a change visually from their previous albums. It uses three different personalized covers, including all the members with unique artwork. They are often considered the new age “Beach Boys,” based off strength in vocal harmonies and combining abstract sounds to a fun mood as the previous band used to hold onto their audience. So far, the album has this energy that helps empower fans and is teeming with all sorts of weirdness that pop music tends to have.
After listening to their song “Golden Gal,” student Miguel Rivera said, “This song feels like an acid trip crossed with intergalactic space travel, and I wouldn’t expect anything less!” “The band is so innovative, each sound intensifies colors and emotions within me I never knew I could get from music which I truly admire about their work,” continued Rivera. Music tracks like “Vertical” and “Lying in the Grass” have kooky states as if I were to be looking into the world through a kaleidoscope. Add in a soft touch of jazz and you experience music most artists don’t try to create nowadays. Having a knack for weird,
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psychedelic songs is helping the bands growth to be more than just an indie band, but a band with spunk to their sound and groove in their stride into the mainstream world. Following the release of the album, the band announced a tour starting Feb. 24, in New York City. The tour will continue with over 40 shows throughout the year to help grow a larger fan base alongside the album re-
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Celebrating CSUSB By DAWNIELLE FLOYD
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Staff Writer The community showed up in a huge way as well, with a popular local drill team and drum line called San Bernardino Pacesetters (SBP), with their great tunes and dance moves. The SBP set the bar high with their ladies dressed in a silver and black uniform and the men in black and grey shirts in support of San Bernardino. The celebration after parade, down on center court of the arena. Crystal Wymer and the Alumni Association worked closely with CSUSB favorite local businesses to make sure everything ran successfully. With 11 food
lease. Most students who like experimental pop are pleased to hear about the tour. They hope to continue this trippy experience live rather than relying on just one of their senses. The artistic expression found in the album tells me that these men have created and will continue to create something special enough to share for many generations to come.
vendors, and additional help from locations on campus like the bookstore and health center, there was tons of free fun to go around. Guests were able to watch the show, and after follow the parade to the Coussoulis Arena, where they could find food, from places like El Tortio, and Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que, a bouncehouse for the kids, and for those 21 and over, a beer and wine garden. “Alumni Association worked closely with campus events and campus police to follow correct procedures,” stated Wymer, in order to provide a wonderful selection of alcohol in the beer and wine garden. The Harkins Theater, which will be opening in spring, came to show their support and gave away popcorn and vouchers for the concession stand when patrons visit. This year’s Homecoming celebration was fun for everyone from the photo booth, to the bounce house and the beer and wine garden, leaving us looking forward to future ones to come.
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A thousand episodes and counting Stars honor Director James Burrows
Actors Sean Hayes, Megan Mullally, and Eric McCormack discuss “Will & Grace” memories with host Andy Cohen.
By JARITZA MENDOZA Staff Writer
Photos courtesy of NBC
“Friends” cast renuite with legendary Director James Burrows at the “Must See TV: An All-Star Tribute” on Feb. 21.
NBC’s much anticipated “Must See TV: An All-Star Tribute to James Burrows” gave fans a memorable night filled with nostalgia and laughs as numerous TV casts reunited Feb. 21. The 3-hour event honored iconic TV director James Burrows, who recently directed his 1,000th episode with the upcoming show, “Crowded.” “I didn’t know [Burrows] directed all these shows, my wife and I grew up watching these shows 20 years ago and still now with “The Big Bang Theory,” said student Richard Anderson. Andy Cohen hosted the event, which had 5.5 million viewers, and the list of celebrities was endless. Apart from the six main casts set to appear, celebrities from past and future shows, directors, writers, and singers like Bruce Springsteen came to celebrate Burrows, who actor Sean Hayes (Will & Grace) de-
scribes as “The Godfather of Television Comedy.” The show began with a prerecorded sketch where Jim Parson and Hayes seem to have forgotten their promise to NBC to create the ultimate tribute for Burrows, which lead Hayes to make over 150 phone calls to reel in celebrities. Cohen stepped out from the purple lit stage to introduce the show “Will & Grace,” which was then followed by several hilarious clips throughout the shows eight seasons. “The show was entertaining and was also welcoming seeing them be normal and how they were being portrayed as loving easy going people,” said student Otto Perez. With the exception of Debra Messing who played lead Grace Adler.
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Golf places third at home tourney
Staff Writer
he seven member CSUSB Men’s Golf team started the week off with the Coyote Classic annual home tour-
The two day event from Feb. 22-23 was hosted in north San Bernardino at Arrowhead Country Club. The Coyotes took on 54 holes, battling against 11 other schools, which included CSU East Bay, Sonoma State, Dixie State University, Northeastern State, UC San Diego, Stanislaus State, Northwood U. MI, Redlands, Regis, CSU Dominguez Hills, and La Verne. On the first day of the tournament, Taylor Hood led the Coyotes with a teambest; 4-under 67 in the second round of play. Greg Robarge dealt out rounds of 68 and 75 on the par-71 course and sat in fifth place, while Hood came back from an opening-round 79 with a 67 and tied for ninth. “We didn’t win, we got third which is
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Alex Coats competed as an individual for the Coyotes at the annual Coyote Classic held at the Arrowhead Country Club. an okay showing, but we have more potential than that,” said Robarge. “I’m just looking forward to playing good golf in the future, and representing the team as we deserve to be represented,” concluded Robarge. Jake Meloche tied for 14th place with five others at 6 over 148 with rounds of 75 and 73. Brandon Steffins tied at 29 (152).
Coyotes ended the first day of the tournament tied for third against Dixie State at 586 shots. The second day, Coyotes came back even stronger as they secured the spot for the second-best overall team in the final round of the Coyote Classic. Coyotes ranked third overall in the team leader board for the two day 54-hole event.
The Coyotes snagged an 871 (293293-285), finishing seven hits behind Sonoma State’s 864, who took the first place overall, and a just a point behind East Bay, who came in second place with a total of 870. Dixie State, who battled the Coyotes neck and neck, took fourth place with a total of 877. Leading the way for the Coyotes was yet again Hood and Robarge. Robarge placed fourth at 1-over-par 214 (68-75-71), while Hood was seventh at 3-over 216 (79-67-70). “Going into the second round, I was going to do everything I could to help us climb back up the leader board. In the final round, we all knew we were right in the thick of it, and if we could go out there and play our game, we could catch the lead,” said Hood. “We fought hard and feel good going into the next event,” added Hood. Meloche clinched a top-15 finish at T15 (75-73-72_220) and Steffins earned T22 (74-78-72). Also competing for the Coyotes as individuals were Coats (T49) and Toribio (T42).
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Chelsea Austin (21) works to block CSUSM from scoring. Photos courtesy of Jeffrey Davis
CSUSB basketball battles CSUSM By KIARA PAUL Asst. Sports Editor
Lady Coyotes drop Cougars
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oyote women’s basketball continued their streak with yet another win, beating Cal State University San Marcos Cougars 70-53. The Coyotes took on the Cougars Feb. 20 and brought their Agame to the court. The first quarter started with a 3-pointer by Brianna Harden, then a layup only minutes later. Harden played a great game with 14 points in total.
Chelsea Barnes followed up behind with two jump shots, bringing the score to 9-1. Cougar Jasmine Matar fouled Coyote Adriana Brodie, allowing Brodie two free throw attempts. Brodie completed both, adding two more points to the scoreboard. Coyotes kept the lead the entire quarter and finished it up by eight points. The Coyotes continued to stay on fire in the next two quarters. They made four layups and four 3-pointers, all in the 10 minute quarter.
The last 3-pointer was shot by Sophie Bhasin, with Chelsea Austin’s assistance. They wrapped up the second quarter ahead by 19 points. The third quarter began with the Coyotes up 42-23 and they kept the lead until the end of the quarter. Coyotes started the final quarter 56-36, but quickly added two more points to the scoreboard with a layup by Barnes. Harden was back at the hoop minutes later with another layup, putting the Cou-
gars behind by 18 points. The Cougars’ Savannah Camp made a 3-pointer, but at no point were the Cougars close to surpassing the Coyotes. In the lead, the Coyotes’ LeeLee Owens headed down the court and completed a layup in the paint. With only a minute left, Owens made the last point of the game with a free throw. The Coyotes beat the Cougars by 17 points, the final score 70-53.
Men fall by six points to San Marcos
Coyote men’s basketball suffered a close loss to the Cal State San Marcos Cougars on Feb. 20. The Cougars beat the Coyotes by only six points, the final score 86-80. The first-half began with a foul by Coyote Desi Barmore against Cougar Darnell Taylor. Taylor stepped up to the freethrow line and made both free throws, which gave the Cougars
the lead to start the game. The Cougars completed a layup shortly after the first two points, but the Coyotes fired back with a 3-pointer by Keith Smith. The Coyotes trailed behind as the Cougars completed layups and jump shots one after the next. Coyote Barmore committed a technical foul against Cougar Akachi Okugo. Okugo approached the free-
throw line and made all three throws. Barmore then fouled Okugo yet again. Okugo and Taylor completed both free throws. The Coyotes picked up the pace toward the end of the half. Coyote Juan Martinez shot a good layup, bringing the score to 33-30. Martinez then gave the team the 3-pointer they needed, which
brought the score to 33-33. Martinez brought the Coyotes into the lead with two free throws. The first-half ended with the Coyotes ahead by one point. The Coyotes would not keep the lead for long; the beginning of the second-half started off with a tip in by Cougar Declan Daly. Cougar Taran Brown then threw a 3-pointer, putting them
in the lead once again. The two teams soon tied again when Coyote Darryl Adigwu dunked the ball, making the score 45-45. The Coyotes and Cougars played neck and neck until the very end of the game. The Coyotes did not keep up, however. The men’s basketball team did not make the playoffs, so their season was completed on Feb. 27.
Men’s TeamMen’s Stats Team Stats GameGame Stats Feb. 20 Cal State SanvsMarcos Cal State against Feb.San 20 Marcos Field Goal Percentage
.470
3-Point Field Goal Percentage
.345
Free Throw Percentage
.800
Rebounds
28
Turnovers
10
Steals
7
The Coyotes battled hard, going neck and neck against the Cougars of Cal State San Marcos, but didn’t get the win.
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Members of the Coyote baseball team took on the KT Wiz of South Korea at San Manuel stadium, home of the Inland Empire 66ers.
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Trip to Lancaster gives Coyotes big wins By WILLIS TORRES
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oyote baseball played their last four games in Lancaster, Calif. where they took three out of four wins against both the University of British Columbia (UBC) and California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA). The first game against UBC’s Thunderbirds, Coyotes dominated with senior Andrew Lopez hitting a home run to left field in the sixth inning. This brought in three runs against the Thunderbirds. The final score was 4-13 Coyotes. Two days later, the Coyotes played UBC again but came up short for the win with the final score 2-8 UBC. Infielder Dylan Lohman, who earned four RBI’s and a triple against the Thunderbirds, was asked if he had approached the game differently in order to drive in the four runs he brought. “I slowed things down and let the game come to me. I felt like I was rushing things a lot and felt good to help the team out to a couple of W’s this weekend,” said Lohman. Coyotes then battled it out with CSULA where they
took both wins against the Golden Eagles. Starting things off during the first inning was outfielder/pitcher Austin Lundeen who hit a home run to right field earning two RBI’s. That was followed by outfielder Damion Edmonds in the fifth with a single to right field earning one RBI, then finally, catcher/first baseman Brian Lockey singled to shortstop earning the Coyotes their final run. Pitcher Tyler Wells took control on the mound, earning his first win. “Getting my first win really isn’t a big deal, the team wins is more important,” said Wells. “I go out there and I compete every time that I get the chance [I] didn’t have my best stuff against Cal State LA and I had my team back me up so it was good to get a team win,” added Wells. The final score for the first game against the Golden Eagles was 2-4 Coyotes. The second game against the Golden Eagles was another win for the Coyotes with a final score of 2-3. During the fourth inning, senior Andrew Lopez singled to right field earning one RBI, only to be tagged out at second base, but it left Lohman open to steal home and
score another run. Pitcher Don Sullivan got the win on the mound, Sullivan’s current record is 3-1 with 15 strikeouts since the beginning of the season. On Feb. 23, the Coyotes took on the Suwon KT Wiz, a Korean national team, as part of an exhibition game. The Coyotes lost with the final score of 12-4 after leading 3-1 in the first half of the game. After the game, Coach Martinez was asked what different strategies KT Wiz brought to the field that other teams have not. “Professional baseball. They’re from the KBL [Korean Baseball League], little bit different style not a lot of emphasis on the small game like college baseball has, especially on the west coast,” said Martinez. KT Wiz was not the average team to play against since in Korea they are considered a professional baseball team. We asked shortstop/pitcher William Ouellette how the KT Wiz compared to other teams, “It’s definitely different but it’s a unique experience because you get to face professional hitters, professional pitching, it’s something I enjoy,” said Ouellette. Coyotes return home on March 4 to play San Marcos.
Williams improves to 9-3 against Stanislaus By JACKIE MONARREZ Staff Writer
The Coyote softball team was at it again this past weekend playing two double headers on Feb. 20 and Feb. 21, both against San Francisco State Gators at the their home field. The Coyotes won three out of four games played against the Gators. In game one on Feb. 20, pitcher Cassandra Williams was throwing heat up on the mound; she pitched all seven innings like it was just another day at the office. The Gators thought they had the Coyotes by their tail when they scored in the first inning, but little did they know, that would be the only run they would get past Williams. At the top of the fourth, catcher Jessica Brown contributed big to the Coyotes 3-1 victory by hitting a two-run home run, driving in Catilyn Olan. In game two against the Gators, the Coyotes were defeated and took a 8-2 loss. Brown brought in Morgan Ratliff in the first inning. Jessica Angulo, Caelan Smith and
Ratliff were the only Coyotes to earn base hits. In the top of the sixth, Melissa Roberts scored the Coyotes second run on a wild pitch. Coyote Gabby Walker recording a strikeout against the Gators in the bottom of the sixth. Coyotes did not let their loss defeat them mentally because they went out with a bang the following day when they faced the Gators once again in a double header. The Coyotes dominated the Gators in a 7-0 victory in game one on Feb. 21. The Coyotes were unstoppable in the
fourth inning when they scored four runs. Monica Maddox earned herself an RBI when she hit a single to center field bringing in Taylor Ancona. Along side Maddox, receiving an RBI, was outfielder Jessica Angulo when she hit a fielder’s choice, bringing in her teammate Amanda Herrera. Outfielder Smith earned herself an RBI as well in the third inning hitting a single bringing in Maddox; Ratliff also contributed and scored as well, putting the Coyotes up 4-0.
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Outfielder Morgan Ratliff dives back to first base on a close play against the San Francisco State Gators on Feb. 20.
In the top of the fifth, Brown homered to left center field bringing in Ashley Leffingwell. Ancona brought in the last run at the top of the sixth, giving the Coyotes this victory. The Gators were no match for Williams as she struck out 10 Gators total and walked three. The only hits the Gators got off Williams were singles. In game two, CSUSB kept the winning streak going when they defeated the Gators once again in a 1-0 victory. Williams struck out four Gators and walked three. Smith’s double hit down the right field line earned her an RBI that brought in Angulo and it was the only run the Coyotes needed to snatch this win. On Feb. 20, Williams got herself a one-hitter with seven strikeouts. The player highlight goes to Williams. She threw two, three-hit shutouts on Sunday’s games against the Gators. Williams is now 9-3 overall. At the end of the weekend, the Coyotes’ overall record had improved to 107, and now 5-3 in CCAA competition.